ENEPAQ introduces Smart AI Thermostat

ENEPAQ announces the launch of ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat, a next-generation, software-based thermostat designed for modern, energy-aware buildings. Built as an application and integration for the open-source smart home platform Home Assistant, the ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat brings predictive intelligence, dynamic energy pricing awareness, and full heat pump and HVAC control into one flexible solution. Unlike traditional thermostats that react only to current temperature, the ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat anticipates the future—learning how a building behaves, forecasting indoor climate changes, and planning heating or cooling operation in advance to deliver optimal comfort at the lowest possible energy cost.

Most thermostats on the market today operate on a simple feedback loop: measure temperature, compare it to a setpoint, and switch heating or cooling on or off. Even so-called “smart” thermostats typically rely on schedules, geofencing, or basic weather compensation.

ENEPAQ takes a fundamentally different approach.

The ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat continuously collects data from a wide range of sources, including:

• Indoor temperature and humidity sensors

• Light levels and human presence detection

• Outdoor weather forecasts

• Real-time and forecasted electricity prices (via Nord Pool integration)

Using this data, the system builds a dynamic thermal model of the building. It learns how quickly indoor temperatures change, how outdoor weather affects the space, and how different heating or cooling strategies influence comfort and energy consumption.

The result is a thermostat that doesn’t just respond—it plans ahead.

One of the most powerful features of the ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat is its ability to align heating and cooling operation with energy prices and system efficiency.

By forecasting indoor climate evolution and combining it with electricity price data, the thermostat can:

• Pre-heat or pre-cool a building when electricity is cheaper

• Reduce or pause energy use during high-price periods without sacrificing comfort

• Run heat pumps at operating points that maximize coefficient of performance (COP)

For users in dynamic pricing markets, such as those connected to Nord Pool, this can translate directly into significant monthly energy savings—without requiring constant manual adjustment or comfort compromises.

Comfort is not just about temperature. ENEPAQ’s solution considers humidity, occupancy, and even lighting conditions to maintain a healthier and more pleasant indoor environment.

Human presence detection allows the system to adapt in real time—prioritizing comfort when spaces are occupied and conserving energy when they are not. Predictive cooling ensures that indoor temperatures remain comfortable during heat waves, even before outdoor temperatures peak.

By understanding how the building behaves over time, the ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat avoids the temperature overshoot and oscillation common in simpler control systems, delivering stable, natural comfort throughout the day.

ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat integrates with most popular heat pump brands, enabling advanced control strategies tailored to modern, high-efficiency systems. It can also control:

• Air conditioners for predictive cooling

• Electric heaters and boilers

• Any simple on/off heating device via a smart relay

This flexibility makes the solution suitable for new energy-efficient homes, retrofits, and mixed HVAC environments alike.

As renewable energy penetration increases, electricity grids face growing challenges from fluctuating supply and demand. Smart, flexible loads are becoming essential to maintaining grid stability.

ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat contributes to this transition by:

• Shifting heating and cooling loads to periods of lower grid stress

• Reducing peak demand during critical hours

• Enabling buildings to act as thermal energy buffers

When deployed at scale, predictive thermostats like ENEPAQ’s solution can play a meaningful role in grid balancing, supporting higher shares of wind and solar power while reducing the need for fossil-based peaking generation.

Well-known smart thermostats such as Google Nest, Ecobee, and Tado offer features like learning schedules, occupancy detection, and basic weather adaptation. Some European energy-focused systems integrate time-of-use tariffs, but typically rely on static rules or simple heuristics.

What sets ENEPAQ apart is the combination of three capabilities in one open platform:

– True predictive building modeling, not just schedule learning
– Direct integration with real-time and forecasted energy prices
– Deep compatibility with Home Assistant and a wide ecosystem of sensors and devices
Currently, very few thermostats actively forecast indoor climate evolution and optimize operation based on both building physics and future electricity prices. ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat is designed specifically to fill this gap.

As a software-only solution built for Home Assistant, ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat avoids proprietary hardware lock-in. Users can leverage their existing sensors, controllers, and HVAC equipment, while benefiting from continuous software improvements.

The product is available as a Home Assistant app and integration as a subscription service. This subscription model makes advanced AI-driven climate control accessible to homeowners, small businesses, and energy-conscious building operators without high upfront costs.

With the ENEPAQ Smart AI Thermostat, ENEPAQ aims to redefine how buildings interact with energy systems—transforming heating and cooling from passive energy consumers into intelligent, predictive, and grid-friendly assets.

As energy prices fluctuate and sustainability requirements grow, predictive climate control is no longer a luxury—it is becoming a necessity. ENEPAQ’s latest release marks a decisive step toward smarter buildings, lower bills, and a more resilient energy system.

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